The Band of Collagen Fibers That Laterally Braces the Knee

Question

The band of collagen fibers that laterally braces the knee is the
A) linea alba.
B) tensor fasciae latae.
C) linea aspera.
D) iliotibial tract.
E) piriformis.

Accepted Answer

The iliotibial tract is a band of collagen fibers that extends from the hip bone to the tibia, passing laterally over the knee joint. It functions to help stabilize the knee joint during movement.